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ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program
Funding for ALS-related trainee research
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 165,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports ALS-related trainee research through doctoral, postdoctoral, and clinical schemes. It provides funding for ALS research training and projects, with awards of up to $25,000 per year for doctoral awards and $55,000 per year for postdoctoral fellowships.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 165,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- ALS-related doctoral research training
- ALS-related postdoctoral research training
- Clinical research training related to ALS
Documents Needed
- Cover page
- Letter from the applicant
- Letter from the proposed supervisor
- Scientific summary or abstract
- Research plan or fellowship proposal
- Curriculum vitae of the applicant and proposed supervisor
- Additional letter of support, if provided
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Doctoral trainees
- Postdoctoral trainees
- Clinical trainees
- Researchers training in Canadian labs or institutions
Who is not eligible
- Applicants whose research and training are not ALS-related
- Applicants unable to start funding by December 31, 2026
Eligible expenses
- Stipend or salary support
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Employee benefits paid by the host institution
- Unspent funds after early termination of the award
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a panel of experts selected by Brain Canada and ALS Canada.
- Reviewers assess applicant merit, research quality and feasibility, supervisory support, and relevance to ALS research.
- Some applications are live scored and ranked by the full panel.
- Funding decisions are recommended after discussion with ALS Canada and Brain Canada leadership and approved by the Board of Directors.
- Applicants receive anonymized reviewer comments and a summary of major discussion points.
Additional information
- The program is offered in three schemes: Doctoral, Postdoctoral, and Clinical.
- Applicants may be asked to provide proof of acceptance for presentations.
- Annual progress and financial reports are required after funding begins.
- All publications and presentations must acknowledge ALS Canada, the Government of Canada (Health Canada), and Brain Canada.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program?
This program supports ALS-related trainee research through doctoral, postdoctoral, and clinical schemes. It provides funding for ALS research training and projects, with awards of up to $25,000 per year for doctoral awards and $55,000 per year for postdoctoral fellowships.
How much funding can be received?
ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program Funds up to $165,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program program?
To be eligible for the ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program program, you must:
ALS-related research
Doctoral or postdoctoral trainee
Canadian institution or lab
What expenses are eligible under ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program?
ALS-related doctoral research training
ALS-related postdoctoral research training
Clinical research training related to ALS
Who can I contact for more information about the ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program?
You can contact Brain Canada Foundation by email at research@als.ca.
Where is the ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program available?
The ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ALS Society of Canada - ALS Canada Trainee Award Program is a Researchers And Facilities